Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is the ultimate winter comfort food. This hearty soup features savory Italian sausage, creamy broth, and tender ditalini pasta, making each spoonful a delightful experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Warm up with this satisfying bowl of goodness that promises to chase away the winter chill.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add crumbled Italian sausage. Cook until browned and crispy, about 7-10 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth while scraping any brown bits from the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then stir in ditalini pasta. Reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Lower the heat further; stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add fresh spinach along with dried herbs; let spinach wilt for about 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg